Fast Track Master of Public Health (5th Year Program)

The Fast Track Master of Public Health (5th Year Program) provides an exceptional educational experience to undergraduate students.It is our goal to educate high quality graduates who will excel not only in traditional didactic training but also in skills that are gained through problem solving, hypothesis testing, technical skills development, data analysis, data interpretation, and professional writing. This University-wide program will allow students to receive exceptional training in Public Health from our trained faculty.

Course of Study

Undergraduate students will complete the core requirements prior to their undergraduate degree. Upon graduation, students will complete their departmental requirements, electives, internship, and PUH 695.

Completed admission application through the UAB Graduate School website.

An official copy of current UAB undergraduate transcript.

Three letters of recommendation: one from the current academic advisor and the remaining two from current or previous college course instructors. Electronic submission is preferred; however, referees can mail a letter in a sealed envelope.

An interview with the Departmental Program Director (at the discretion of the department).

A career statement describing their interests and goals and a one-page academic resume of academic activities including awards and community service.

If you receive financial aid assistance or scholarships, please speak with the UAB Financial Aid Office at 934-8223 prior to submitting an application to discuss financial coverage of graduate coursework.

How To Apply:

Interested students can apply by going to the UAB Graduate School website and clicking on the Apply to Graduate School Online link. The Program that you are applying to is Public Health Fast Track (MPH). Please include your department of interest in the application essay section.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student and Academic Services at (205) 934-4993 or email Angela Sullivan, Admissions Coordinator, at amsulli@uab.edu.